Friday, September 13, 2024–8:05 a.m.
-News Release-
Floyd County Schools (FCS)is proud to announce that the FCS College and Career Academy (CCA) has been awarded the prestigious College and Career Academy of the Year Award, sponsored by Georgia Power.
This honor recognizes our commitment to excellence in education, innovative programs, and dedication to preparing students for successful careers. The FCS CCA has now earned this recognition twice, with their previous time occurring in the 2017-18 academic year, positioning them as the sole CCA in Georgia to achieve this distinction.
The award was presented at the annual Governor’s Workforce Summit at the World Georgia Conference Center on Thursday, where the CCA was highlighted for its exceptional programs, community partnerships, dual enrollment initiatives, and student success rates.
“We are thrilled to receive this recognition,” said Dr. John Rhodarmer, Principal of FCS College and Career Academy. “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff, students, CCA Board of Directors, and community partners. We are creating opportunities and shaping futures and I appreciate everyone who plays a part in our program.”
Key highlights of the FCS CCA’s achievements include:
Innovative Curriculum: Offering cutting-edge programs in 10 different pathways, including Cloud Computing, Film, Arts, Media and Entertainment (FAME), Healthcare, Robotics and Engineering, Welding, and more. The FCS Virtual Academy is also housed at the CCA, while also offering multiple dual enrollment programs for our students, saving our families millions of dollars.
Community Partnerships: Collaborating with local businesses and organizations to provide real-world experiences for students.
Student Success: Achieving high placement rates, providing multiple opportunities for our students, and seeing many of them excel in their career choice.
“It is an honor to receive this recognition,” said FCS Superintendent Dr. Glenn White. “I am so proud of Dr. Rhodarmer and his incredible staff for their hard work and what they do for our students and our community. This is definitely a team effort, between the CCA staff, students, and community, and it is a wonderful recognition. Together, we are creating a brighter future for our students and continuing a standard of excellence.”